Overview
Former PUBLIC IMAGE LTD bassist Jah Wobble revisits the ground of his past on a new studio project titled Metal Box — Rebuilt in Dub. The release reimagines elements of the classic Metal Box era with dub-infused production touches, offering a fresh take on familiar material.
Album concept
- Reinterprets tracks from the original Metal Box with a focus on dub textures and contemporary production choices.
- Includes newly enhanced arrangements that emphasize rhythm, space, and a cinematic sense within a post-punk/dub framework.
Reception and context
- Jah Wobble’s approach to reworking iconic PiL material has drawn attention for balancing respect for the original with experimental structuring.
- The project sits within a broader trend of artists revisiting landmark albums through updated sonic palettes and expanded personnel.
Notable details
- The release is associated with Cleopatra Records and has been covered by outlets highlighting its dub-centered reinterpretation.
- Live performances and related press emphasize the ambitious scope of “Metal Box: Rebuilt in Dub” as a reimagining rather than a straightforward remix.
“Metal Box” originally defined a landmark cross between post-punk and dub, and Wobble’s reinterpretation aims to honor that legacy while pushing the sound forward.
Author’s summary
Jah Wobble reinterprets Metal Box through dub-forward production, delivering a refreshed yet faithful homage to the PiL classic while expanding its sonic landscape.
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